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Fall Back Scheme – Parental leave
The Maternity and Parental Leave Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1999 introduced a right to Parental Leave for parents of any child under the age of 18.
Gender pay gap
The gender pay gap measures the difference between average (median) hourly earnings of men and women, usually shown by the percentage men earn more than women.
Time off for trade union duties and activities
An employee who is an official of an independent trade union is entitled to paid time off in certain circumstances.
Contractor versus Employee versus Worker
Employees, workers and contractors have different rights and responsibilities.
Adoption leave
Employees who are adopting are entitled to time off in a similar way to maternity leave.
Posted worker
Posted workers are sent by their employer to temporarily work abroad in another European Union member state.